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Three Amigos on the left, Crispy Ebi on the right. These are the half portions.

Today, a little after 1pm, Sushirrito – the best and most important sushi burrito takeout joint of the year thus far — opened its doors. Immediately, the line formed out the door, proving that stunt food nowadays brings in the initial crowds like moths to a flame.

News about Sushirrito came out last week, and as noted by Thrillist, it took its place next door to House of Shields today. The chef is Ty Mahler, a former executive chef of Roy’s.

Six rolls/”sushirittos” are on the opening menu, ranging from $10.50 to $8. There was the Tres Amigos (tuna, salmon, hamachi, avocado, tobiko, wasabi, asparagus) and the Crispy Ebi (shrimp, crab, melted pepperjack cheese, plantains, Sriracha, avocado). There are also chicken and tofu options. All are wrapped in nori.

As you can surmise by the ingredients, all rolls are very busy, but at the end of the day, it’s like a big, uncut sushi roll with bold flavors (Sriracha, pepperjack cheese, wasabi, etc.). So if you’re the type who likes loaded, non-traditional sushi rolls and are sick of the SoMa-FiDi lunch options, Sushirrito just might be worth a visit. But plan accordingly. Line was long and lunch hours are spotty in the earlygoing.